New Years is a time for rebirth, the end of one year and the starting fresh of a new one. In the U.S. New Years is celebrated with glasses of champagne, revelry, kisses at midnight after the iconic countdown and spending time with loved ones. Other countries have unique traditions for new years that speak volumes about their history and culture.
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In Wales, People celebrate Calennig, which means New Years in Welsh. The celebration traditionally is a time to give gifts to family, friends and neighbors. Today it is customary to give cheese and bread on New Years morning.
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